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Blue Moon Resort and Motel

2.0 star property
Lakeside adventures await with water sports equipment and fishing opportunities, followed by evenings spent roasting marshmallows around the cozy firepit

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Located near the Judy Garland Museum, Blue Moon Resort and Motel offers families plenty of outdoor fun. Visitors can fish and canoe right on the property, gather around the firepit for marshmallow roasting, enjoy the arcade/game room, and stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Cabin 2, Multiple Beds)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Grand Cabin, Multiple Beds) | Terrace/patio

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Grand Cabin, Multiple Beds)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 5 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Motel Rooms, 2 Queen Beds)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

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Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Family Mobile Home

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Partial lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Hill City, Blue Moon Resort and Motel is in a rural area and on a private beach. Judy Garland Museum and Mississippi River are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming. Visit our Hill City travel guide
Map
68584 US-HWY 169, Hill City, MN, 55748

What's nearby

  • inlet and backwaters of pokegama lake in grand rapids minnesota ; Shutterstock ID 405650593; Purchase Order: -
    Pokegama Lake
    26 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Hill Lake
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hill City Park Beach
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Siseebakwet Lake
    34 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Big Sandy Lake
    50 min drive - 68.4 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    92 min drive

Restaurants

  • Knuckleheads Bar & Grill
    2 min drive
  • Harry's Bar
    2 min drive
  • Blue Moon Resort
    1 min walk
  • Hill Lake Cafe
    2 min drive
  • Blue Moon Resort, Loon Saloon And Grill
    1 min walk

About this property

Blue Moon Resort and Motel

Family-friendly hotel near Judy Garland Museum
You can look forward to a marina, a firepit, and a playground at Blue Moon Resort and Motel. Adventurous travelers may like the canoeing and fishing at this hotel. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, water sports equipment, and barbecue grills
  • A gift shop, outdoor furniture, and a dock
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Private yards, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • Water sports equipment
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Blue Moon Resort And Hill City
Blue Moon Resort and Motel Hotel
Blue Moon Resort and Motel Hill City
Blue Moon Resort and Motel Hotel Hill City

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Moon Resort and Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Moon Resort and Motel?

As of Mar 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Moon Resort and Motel on Mar 14, 2026 start from CA $142, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Moon Resort and Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Moon Resort and Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Moon Resort and Motel located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly hotel is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from Judy Garland Museum and 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from Mississippi River.

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Reviews

Blue Moon Resort and Motel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 150 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was super easy, loved the fireplace, a little dated but clean and as expected for the price, I’d stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Gorgeous area and helpful friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have a little beach area that was pretty cool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room and the beds were very comfortable. Also, appreciated being able to swim in the lake and that they allow pets. I also liked that the rooms had an electric fireplace. Would definintely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For an overnight stay while traveling, it was great. Check in after 6 pm was a phone call. A nice clean room with all the amenities, including a fireplace..went out on deck and looked at lake from a short distance. Hill City is a nice, little small town...
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint little resort for a weekend getaway. Staff was very accommodating with check-in and check-out. Lovely view of the lake. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sherron

Liked: Cleanliness
Like the view of the river and the wildlife...did not like the breakfast selection... can get that at a much cheaper hotel.Have to say I was disappointed in the overall stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lake and snowmobile trail access as well as parking were great, room view and fireplace were nice extras
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

J Carleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so fun to be on the water. We had access to kayaks, a canoe, rowboats, and a paddleboat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived and to our surprise we were upgraded to a cabin instead of a hotel room. Nice by the lake. Cabin was clean and had dishes and cookware to use.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was not kept up. We checked in and looked at our room and decided to get in the car and drive an hour further west to find a nicer place to stay. For us it just was not a very nice place. The man checking us in was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
There was no one around had 3 numbers to call if no one was there to check in but no answer. Had to check in over the phone got no paperwork and no one came around to clean room. The sign is hard to see in the dark. The location is nice right on lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular Lake Views
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Corinne

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is under construction so not appealing to the eye however the lake is beautiful. There was an issue with Asian Beetles in the room. There was no other space available for us to move to so we had to deal with it. We were offered a vacuum to suck of the bugs ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Glamping. No frills. Peaceful, Quiet. Stayed at the motel. 4 rooms. Very reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect cozy stay!!!! Loved the fireplace and high ceilings!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Things seem laid back here. People are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy to check in I had problem to make the TV work, 5 min and it was fixed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness
I think the property was sufficient for what we needed for one night. Walls were really thin, could hear the whole conversation at 4:00 AM in the next room. Patio door was really had to open. All was clean though. Check in was a quick phone call.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such beautiful views, clean property, the only thing I’d change is having blow drier in the rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Makala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the room with high ceiling, beautiful fireplace, great scenery from the deck, and thd carpet was a great touch to make it cozy. Check in/out was very easy. The two things i wasnt thrilled about was the stains on the tub and that the staff weren't available in person. Very comfortable stay and would highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I will definitely go back

I really enjoyed being on the lake with my puppies. I didn’t see a way to recycle but I also didn’t ask. It was comfortable and clean. I liked it a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One nighter

It was a nice quiet place. Close to the lake which was nice. I had my dog with me and they didn't charge a crazy amount for having him with. The TV was a little bit difficult to maneuver. I think there were issues with the remote. It could have had a few more amenities. Tissue hair dryer. Just the little things that make you stay a little better. Overall it was a nice place. Check in went smoothly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Decent place to stay if your over tired.

We found this little gem when we came to Hill City to ride sxs with another group. Easy to find, about a mile out of town. Parking a truck and trailer was not convenient at all. Office was in disarray and I was worried about the condition of the room after being in the office area but the room was pleasant. Overlooks the lake so that was nice, fireplace in the room but we never could get it to come on. Pretty dated room and bathroom but was fine for two nights after riding all day. Negatives that we couldn’t over look: no hairdryer in the room, beds were not comfortable. We would stay here again as there aren’t many options in this town but I would come better prepared.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023